That was Leeds' third defeat in five games, a run that has seen Fulham claw their way to become level on points with Monk's side, but with a massive goal difference of 24 putting them into the play-off places.

Fulham still have to play Huddersfield, Brentford and Sheffield Wednesday while Leeds play Burton Albion, Norwich and Wigan and Monk believes that sometimes it's easier to be on the hunt.

He said: "We're disappointed with that result (against Wolves). We didn't want that to happen at this stage of the season.